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Monday, March 9, 2009

Pssst! BabyLegs Warm Weather Protection

BabyLegs Cool! Collection

Just a quick update to share. It's public but not widely shared yet. BabyLegs is extending it's collection to include a line for warm weather protection. They are described as lightweight, mesh & breathable with UV protection. Fabulous!!! Perfect for protecting little legs during warm summer months. This new BabyLegs Cool! Collection will be out this Spring & will feature all time summer favorites.... sailboats, red cherries, daisies & more. I'm already dreaming of delightful summer fun!

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Straight from A Mothers Cupboard - Tomatoes with Feta & Shrimp

Handed down from my mother in-law, this tasty recipe is one of our family's all time favorite. Healthy & Simple!

Roasted Tomatoes with Shrimp & Feta
5 lg tomatoes, peeled & cut into 8th's
3 tbl olive oil
2 tbl fresh minced garlic
3/4 tsp salt
1 cup feta, crumbled
3/4 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 1/2lb med shrimp, peeled
1/2 c chopped Cilantro
2 tbl lemon juice

Preheat oven to 450. Place the tomatoes in a large baking dish. Spoon olive oil and garlic over the tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt & pepper. Toss. Place on top oven rack & roast for 20 min. Remove and stir in shrimp, cilantro, & lemon juice. Sprinkle with feta cheese. Place back in oven for 10-15 min or until shrimp are cooked. Serve warm with angel pasta and a loaf of crusty bread.



Sunday, March 8, 2009

White Rabbit England Night Lights - Ship Free


Back in stock and ready to Ship Free Same Day!!! Whimsical White Rabbit England Night Lights are a child's answer to sweet dreams. Bramble Red, Pink Toadstool and White Rabbit Cottage night lights are made of the finest earthenware decorated with elves, fairies & bunnies. Each piece is hand painted and designed by two English Sisters. Free Shipping and 10% off with the code: rabbitsave10

Click here to read more blog posts or here to start shopping for your enchanting night light.

What are customers are saying about these night lights?

Thank you for allowing me to purchase this night light at a discount. It is gorgeous! We just love it! It is much prettier than one can see on the web. The details are darling. - Christine, OR

This was easily one of the best shopping experiences I've had. Nightlight is amazing; customer service was top notch. - Anonymous

Thank You STLMommy!


A Classic Tale would like to thank STLmommy and those of you who entered our Daylee Designs Spring/Summer Hat Giveaway. We were overwhelmed with all the positive responses about our site and this adorable kids crocheted hat line. With over 250 entries....an STLmommy from Ohio won our Vroom Vroom Daylee Designs Car Hat for her little boy. Thanks again and cheers to you and your families!

Friday, March 6, 2009

About Us - A True Classic Tale

Our ClassicTale...

Once upon a time, in the noble Kingdom of Wash Ington there was a castle. This charming, little castle sat snuggly on a hill overlooking a dancing, blue bay. And in this castle there lived a princess, Princess Entre Preneur. Full of fun and vigor, this princess enjoyed a happy childhood full of charm and joyful memories. She pranced through her castle exploring the Realms of Imagination. She roamed the gardens and read of worlds unknown under swaying poplar trees. She even waded in the shimmering water, scooping up little creatures of mystery. Yes, this princess had a storybook childhood full of life, love, and laughter.

As the happy years passed, the child-princess grew into a lovely young woman. Princess Entre became slender and graceful with dark, flowing hair and sparkling hazel eyes. As she approached the end of her childhood, she prepared for the journey that every princess must make, the Journey of Growing Up. She left her fine King and gentle Queen for an unknown land, the Land of Coll Ege. There the princess learned all the lessons of grace and courage that could be so taught.

One day, as Princess Entre strolled though the Orchard of Bliss in the Land of Coll Ege, a handsome, young prince rode gallantly by. He gave her a smile that spoke of eternity. In that moment, her heart was freely and lovingly bound to him forever. And so Princess Entre Preneur and Prince Ed. U. Cator. were married and set to live happily ever after.

And happily ever after they did live, until the night of their first son’s birth. Medical complications threatened this young life and though he escaped death’s dark clutches, in the end, he did not remain unscarred. Princess Entre’s beautiful baby boy would have physical repercussions that would last a lifetime.

It was then that the Princess awoke from her dreams of a perfect world. Prince Ed and Princess Entre moved to the Kingdom of Re-Ality. There the Princess tenderly cared for the needs of her son. She loved him and held him and taught him to hope. Through her child, the Princess discovered the miracles of devotion and innocence—lessons she could never have learned in the Kingdom of Wash Ington or the Land of Coll Ege. The Princess discovered that real life is full of Beauty—that each person has a story and each story is wonderful and unique.

With this newfound knowledge, the Princess endeavored to share her finding with the world. She wanted people to know that their tale is one worth living—one worth sharing. So, the Princess Entre became wiser and now, as she discovers Beauty in the world, she offers it to her three beautiful children and to people like you who are living and loving their Classic Tale.

The End.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Spring Has Sprung + BabyLegs Giveaway

spring: our new playful collection

Check out our Giveaway at the bottom of this post

Leg warmers with a twist....updated for today's child! The original BabyLegs Leg Warmers just arrived at A Classic Tale. Including SIX hip new Spring 09 styles with playful names that remind us of classic past time fun...Marbles, Leap Frog, Chutes, Ladders, Abacus & Leap Frog. BabyLegs offers one size to fit most. Even adults can wear BabyLegs.

How do you wear your BabyLegs? Keep little feet free to dance dance dance. Protect knees while crawling. Great for potty training, for providing lightweight sun protection, and for adding a splash of color as a fashion statement. Protect skin conditions, cover a cast, or keep bandages protected. My little guy just recently wore his to big sisters swimming lessons under his Tee. The pool waiting area is very warm so I slipped off his BabyLegs to cool him down. Then on they went for winter warmth & style.

Two Giveaways :

4 to Give Away- Your Chance to Win a Pair of BabyLegs:
1) First Pair Free with Purchase - (Closed)

The first person to make a purchase of any item at AClassicTale, use the checkout code of playful, note your choice of BabyLegs from our Sale Collection, will receive a pair free.
Cheers to Kathy from MI for selecting her Free Pair of Organic Light BabyLegs!

1)To Enter: Drawing to be held March 15th! Three Winners! (Closed)
Remember to leave a comment at the end of this post (help below) to tell us about all your entries or fill out our secure form here.

  • 1 Entry - Easiest way to enter. Go to our BabyLegs section & look around. Come back here and share your favorite pair.
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Triple Bonus. Score 3 Entries:
  • Made a Classic Tale purchase? Cheers to you! Note your invoice number.
  • Made multiple purchases? Your the greatest! 3 entries per invoice number.
Waiting to hear from our three winners.... Cheers to: 1) Jennifer from SC. She selected a Free Pair of Busy Bee BabyLegs. 2)Aura from NY. A Free Pair of Cabana Blue BabyLegs is on the way & 3)Katrina from FL. Her Free Pair of Pink Ribbed BabyLegs will look adorable on her little princess.

New to blogging? Let us help you enter. Look below this post, find the word "comments", click on it and tell us what you did to enter. You can enter as anonymous but please leave us a way to contact you. Call us at 800.503.9140 if you need help entering.



Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Straight From A Mothers Cupboard - Meatza Pie


A yummy alternative to meatloaf! As I share my mommy recipes with my Classic Tale readers, I am reminded weekly of the importance of family tradition. Each recipe post is shared personally with Megan, a mommy fighting breast cancer. As each week passes she is closer and closer to completing her treatment. One more week of treatment Megs! Here's a recipe that you shared with my family while we were growing up, handed down from my mom....

My family enjoyed it last night. All three kids were scraping their plates and asking for more!

Meatza Pie

1lb ground beef
2/3 c evaporated milk or reg milk
1/2 c fine bread crumbs or oatmeal
1/2 teas garlic salt
Combine and press into bottom and sides of a pie plate.
Layer in order:
1/3 c catsup
1 c shredded sharp cheese
2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp oregano
1/2 c chopped onion
1/2 c ripe sliced black olives

Bake 375 for 30 minutes. Serves 5-6.
Easy as pie...quick and yummy!